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Pawsome Perks of Having Guide Dog Insurance

Tailored Cover Just for Working Guide Dogs
From joint support to mobility aids, your guide dog gets extra special coverage designed to keep them in working order.

Extra Coverage for Essential Care
Physio, hydrotherapy, and specialist treatments — you can claim them all.

Complete Peace of Mind
With top-tier care made just for your guide dog, you can relax knowing your pockets and devoted pooch are protected.

Annual Benefit Limit Up to $20.000
Bigger annual benefit limits mean you can take the best care of your guide dog while protecting your pockets from unexpected costly vet bills.

How Does Dog Insurance Work at PetsOnMe?

Protect your dog during and after injuries, accidents, and illnesses

Choose to pay by the month, with no lock-ins

Get up to 80% cover of an eligible claim less your chosen excess up to the annual limit

Choose any licensed and registered veterinarian

Make quick and easy claims via our pet portal

Guide Dog Insurance vs Regular Dog Insurance: What’s the Difference?

 

Guide dogs are extra hard-working pooches that navigate a bunch of day-to-day tasks that your average woofer on the street wouldn’t — that’s why they need special pet insurance tailored just for them.

Because guide dogs work shifts to support the visually impaired, they are exposed to a bunch more risks than regular pet dogs.

With guide dog insurance, these pups get extra health coverage to accommodate their working lifestyle. You get higher-value care, like joint support and physiotherapy, as well as specialised support, such as coverage for retraining and even replacing your guide dog.

Here’s a roundup of all the most common health and illness issues that guide dog owners need to keep an eye out for:

  • Joint problems
  • Paw pad injuries
  • Dental issues
  • Car collisions
  • Skeletal complications
  • Carpal hyperextension injuries
  • Breed-specific diseases (such as hip dysplasia in German Shepherd guide dogs)



    • At PetsOnMe, our tailored guide dog policies go the extra mile to ensure your dedicated four-legged companion gets the exact protection they need. Browse and compare our fur-tacular plans today!

    Frequently Asked Questions
    Is Guide Dog Pet Insurance Expensive?

    The cost of guide dog pet insurance depends on the level of coverage you pick. For instance, our Accidental Plan is the cheapest option and gives you the most basic level of coverage. Whereas our Deluxe Plan has the highest premiums but offers the most financial protection.

    Don’t worry — when you go for any of our guide dog policies at PetsOnMe, you’re guaranteed fur-mazing coverage with no hidden fees, mind-boggling jargon, or sneaky terms and conditions. In other words, what you see is exactly what you get.

    What Makes My Guide Dog Eligible for Cover?

    There’s some standard stuff that qualifies your pooch for dog insurance coverage, like being aged over 6 weeks.

    Besides the general requirements, there are a few specific things that make working dogs eligible for guide dog coverage. For instance, they’ve got to meet the Australian Federal Disability Discrimination Act 1992 and have the all-clear for Public Access tests.

    You’ve also got to show proof of training. You can get this from the organisation that prepared your pooch for working life, like Assistance Dogs International. If you can provide all the right documents and evidence, your pooch will get approved for guide dog insurance.

    How Much Cover Is Included with Guide Dog Insurance?

    Unlike your average dog insurance policy, guide dog insurance offers some special extras that match the specific needs of guide dogs. But the number of eligible claims you’ve got and how much financial coverage you’re entitled to are all down to the level of coverage you choose.

    At PetsOnMe, we’ve got three levels up for grabs – all of which are specially designed for guide dogs. Pick between our simplest and most affordable Accidental Plan, our balanced Classic Plan, and our comprehensive Deluxe Plan which covers everything from hospitalisation to select dental treatment.

    When you’re picking guide dog insurance, don’t just prioritise your hard-working pooch — also think about your personal objectives and financial situation to ensure you go for a policy that matches your needs, too.

    What’s Not Included in Guide Dog Insurance?

    The inclusions and exclusions of guide dog insurance all depends on the insurance company you choose – each provider has their own terms and conditions.

    Here at PetsOnMe, we offer a bunch of pawsome eligible claims, like accidental injury and illness cover. We’ve also thrown in some must-have extras just for guide dogs, including specialist therapies (like hydrotherapy and physio).

    What Breed of Dog Is Used as a Guide Dog?

    There’s a few kinds of woofers that are chosen to work as guide dogs. The most common breeds include the popular, lovable Labrador and the gentle Golden Retriever breed. These pooches have incredible intelligence levels, making them fit for the job.